Christianity in India Sociological Investigations

includes index and biblioraphy

Chapter 1 5 Contemporary Transformation of Religion I. The Secularization Thesis 6 II. Critique of Secularization Paradigm 15 III. Secularization Theory: New Approaches 19 Chapter 2 33 Institutionalization of Religion:Imperatives and Dilemmas I Charismatic Authority 33 II. Routinization of Charisma 41 III. Forms of Religious Organizations 46 IV. Dilemmas of Institutionalization 50 Chapter 3 65 From Churches to Sects:Sociological Analysis of Pentecostal Sects I. Pentecostal Sects: Origin, Growth and Basic Features 66 II. Methodology 71 III. Background of the Respondents 73 IV. Exposure and Entry into Sects 81 V. Motivations for Joining: Push and Pull Factors 85 VI. Beliefs and Morality 91 VII. Theological and Pastoral Implications 96 Chapter 4 Life and Ministry of Pastoral Clergy of India:A Scientific Survey I. Methodology II. Profile of the Respondents III. Qualities and Aptitudes Expected in Priests IV. Priorities in Pastoral Ministry V. Problems and Challenges in Pastoral Ministry VI. General Impressions about Pastoral Clergy VII. Personal Experience of Priests in Pastoral Ministry VIII. Major Trends: Some Implications Chapter 5 Life and Ministry of the Religious of India:An Empirical Analysis I. Profile of the Respondents II. Satisfaction with Community Life III. Problems and Challenges in Community Life IV. Quality of Life V. Education Ministry VI. Social Ministry VII. Formation VIII. Leadership and Governance IX. Personal Experience in Religious Life X. Major Trends and Important Challenges Chapter 6 Formation of Priests and Religious:National Surveys of Formees and Formators I. National Survey of the Formees II. National Survey of the Formators III. Some Questions the Studies Raise Chapter 7 Social Transformation through Education:The Role of the Church I. Social Functions of Education II. Catholic Education and Social Transformation III. Areas of Relevant Action